Oral Surgery
Oral surgery is the area of dentistry dedicated to the removal of non-viable, unerupted, or poorly positioned teeth, enucleation of cystic lesions, and excision of small tumors or lesions of the soft tissues in the oral cavity.
An oral surgeon is a specialized dentist with the knowledge and skills required to treat or extract wisdom teeth or perform other extractions that involve complications.
Cysts or tumors can develop in the gums, jaw bones, or other parts of the mouth. Surgical removal is often necessary to prevent more serious complications. Oral surgery is also preferred for the treatment of lesions and facial trauma, correction of jaw bone problems, or placement of dental implants.
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Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth begin to form around age 10 and usually erupt between ages 17 and 25. Incorrectly positioned erupted wisdom teeth can lead to infections and, due to difficulty cleaning, cavities in adjacent teeth. They can also cause local gum inflammation (pericoronitis), resulting in swelling and pain.
Partially erupted or impacted wisdom teeth (unerupted) are associated with the formation of cysts and tumours, as well as bone resorption near the teeth or resorption of adjacent teeth, requiring more complex treatment.
Impacted Teeth
Besides wisdom teeth, other teeth can also be impacted, with canines being the most common. Oral surgery may be needed to expose these teeth and guide them into proper alignment, as correct positioning of canines is essential for a balanced, functional bite.
Frenectomy
One of the most common soft tissue surgeries is a frenectomy. This procedure is necessary when the labial or lingual frenulum is positioned too close to the lips, teeth, or in the case of the lingual frenulum, the tip of the tongue. Improper frenulum placement can interfere with breastfeeding, tooth positioning, gums, swallowing, and speech.
Oral Pathology
Oral medicine is the branch of dentistry dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity, salivary glands, and neuropathic orofacial pain conditions such as trigeminal neuralgia or burning mouth syndrome.
This area is crucial for the early detection of serious general health issues, including oral lesions, autoimmune diseases, infections, and even oral cancer.
